The Solar System
How would you describe the solar system we live in?
It consists of a Sun and 8 planets.
Is the sun a planet?
No
Does the moon give off its own light?
No! It reflects sunlight onto Earth to make it look like it gives off light.
A Canadian astronaut who documents his journey on Youtube!
Which planet is closest to the sun?
Mercury
True or false, the Sun is smaller than Earth
False
How many moons does Earth have?
1
Who was the first Canadian in Space
Marc Garneau
What are the 4 Gas giant planets?
Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
How long does it take Earth to Orbit around the Sun?
365 days (one year)
The Moon is also known as Earth's ______.
Satellite
Analyze data collected from missions, virtual meetings with officials back on Earth, physical training for missions, develop and build space equipment, pilot/drive shuttles
Why is pluto not considered a planet?
Too small, cannot clear its debris field
True or false, the Sun is approximately 2.5 billion years old
True
How long does it take the Moon to Orbit around Earth?
Approximately 27 days
What is a negative effect of being in space that astronauts experience on their bodies?
Muscle shrinkage
Name the 8 planets in order from the Sun
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
What are the invisible rays given off by the sun that can harm us?
UV rays (ultraviolet rays)
Name the 8 phases of the moon
New moon, Waxing crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, Waning Crescent
Where was the first man in space from (What country was he from?)
The Soviet Union (USSR) - Modern day Russia